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Comforting Autumn Tortellini Soup with Sausage Recipe

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A hearty, flavorful soup packed with seasonal vegetables, tender tortellini, and savory sausage, perfect for chilly autumn evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Push the veggies to one side of the pot and add Italian sausage. Break it into small pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Add bay leaves, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the soup cook for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions (3-5 minutes for fresh, 8 minutes for frozen). Stir occasionally.
  7. Check seasoning and adjust as needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese. Pair with crusty bread for extra comfort.

Notes

[‘Cooking the vegetables and sausage first helps develop layers of flavor.’, ‘Fresh tortellini cooks faster and has a softer texture, but frozen works well too.’, ‘For a lighter soup, swap heavy cream for half-and-half or milk.’, ‘Prepare the soup a day in advance and add tortellini before serving to prevent overcooking.’, ‘Consider adding spinach, kale, zucchini, or mushrooms for extra nutrients.’]

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Keywords: autumn soup, tortellini soup, sausage soup, fall comfort food, easy dinner, hearty soup

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